Ukraine
The Tbilisi court changed the measure of restraint for Okruashvili due to his refusal to pay bail. He is accused of failing to appear at the parliamentary commission's questioning, which provides for punishment.
Possible negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul thwarted the EU's efforts to involve the US in new sanctions against the Russian Federation. The meeting cast doubt on the sanctions plans.
TikTok has restricted search queries related to a fake video about Macron and Mertz allegedly using drugs in Kyiv. Russian propagandists were spreading false information.
Lula da Silva assured that he would contribute to the success of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine on May 15. Putin thanked Brazil and China for their contribution to the settlement of the conflict.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Nariman Dzhelalov as the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Ukraine to the Republic of Turkey. The corresponding decree was published on the president's website.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is conducting active operations in the Kursk and Belgorod regions to protect the Ukrainian border area. He emphasized that this is not Ukraine's choice, but a preemptive defense.
Ukraine is filming the movie "Killhouse" about a unique SBU and GUR operation to rescue people with the help of drones in the occupied territory. The film is scheduled to premiere on November 20.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that he is waiting for the arrival of the Russian delegation in Turkey to determine Ukraine's next steps. He hinted that Trump's participation could be a significant argument.
The State Tax Service, together with Deloitte and business, discussed changes in transfer pricing that will come into force in 2025. The criteria, reporting and judicial practice were considered.
International experts note a decrease in illegal electronics supplies due to supply chain transparency and digital control. The role of law enforcement agencies is important in Ukraine.
On May 15, the main flag of Ukraine will be temporarily lowered in Kyiv due to worsening weather conditions. According to forecasts, gusts of wind up to 18 m/s are expected.
Andriy Sybiha met with Mark Rutte, discussing Russia's refusal to cease fire and agreed on efforts to advance the peace process. Zelensky confirmed his visit to Turkey on May 15.
Negotiations on a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia are to begin in Turkey tomorrow. Zelenskyy is ready for direct negotiations with Putin, but will the Russian dictator come?
Already 500 Ukrainian schools, including lyceums of Lviv region and relocated schools of Donetsk region, use the educational ecosystem "Dream", which offers tools to reduce bureaucracy and improve the educational process.
The SBU and the National Police detained 25 organizers of the drug business who sold wholesale batches of psychotropic drugs. Law enforcement officers liquidated drug laboratories and seized a large number of narcotic substances.
sergey lavrov will not represent the russian federation at the negotiations in Istanbul. It has not yet been officially announced who will head the Russian delegation at the meeting.
US President's Special Representative Steve Witkoff said that together with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, he will go to Turkey on Friday to participate in Russian-Ukrainian negotiations. It is not yet clear whether Putin will be present.
According to the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkey, the parties are trying to reach an agreement without losing their positions. Ankara offers a platform for negotiations between Putin and Zelensky.
Putin's spokesman said that the Russian delegation will wait for the Ukrainian delegation in Istanbul on May 15. However, the names of the delegation members will be announced only on the instructions of the President of the Russian Federation.
83 combat clashes took place at the front. The enemy is most active in the Lyman, Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions, where fierce battles are ongoing.
Orban's party is proposing a law that would allow blacklisting organizations that receive foreign funding if they are deemed a "threat" to sovereignty. It is reminiscent of the Russian law on "foreign agents".
On May 16 and 17, 2025, the checkpoints "Uzhhorod – Vysne Nemecke" and "Chop – Zahony" will be temporarily suspended. The reason is the connection of backup power systems.
Tomorrow, May 15, gusts of wind of 15-22 m/s and precipitation are expected throughout Ukraine. A Level I hazard has been declared in Kyiv and the region. Rain with sleet in the Carpathians.
France will send all weapons produced in 2025 to Ukraine to support the country. Paris also returned cannons previously sold to other countries to transfer them to Ukraine.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the continuation of military support for Ukraine and the intention to make the Bundeswehr the strongest army in Europe. The West cannot accept an imposed peace.
The SBU detained four Internet agitators in various regions of Ukraine who justified the crimes of the Russian Federation and called for new shelling. They have been notified of suspicion under several articles of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.
Turkish officials do not rule out a visit from Trump in the coming days, especially with the participation of Putin. Russia and Ukraine are preparing for negotiations.
The process of creating a Special Tribunal regarding Russian aggression against Ukraine has begun. The Secretary General of the Council of Europe has been instructed to lead this process.
Hakan Fidan and Andriy Sybiha discussed peace initiatives and Zelenskyy's planned visit to Ankara. Turkey is ready to hold negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to achieve peace.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called on the West to unite on Ukraine. He stated that it is unacceptable to impose peace on Ukraine or submit to the status quo established by Russian troops.